Temp Seasonal - Outdoor Program Trip Leader

City of Spokane; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Spokane's Outdoor Recreation program seeks fun and friendly people to lead group adventures on our local trails and public lands. Trip Leaders conduct programs on-site, interact with the public, and work with another staff member or volunteer to guide activities for youth, teens, adults and families.

Responsibilities include driving participants in 15-passenger vehicles, facilitating on-site outdoor activities, and ensuring safety and customer service.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, leadership, decision-making, and customer service skills required.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, holidays, and long shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead group adventures on local trails and public lands.
• Conduct programs on-site and interact with the public while representing the city.
• Coordinate activities with a co-guide or volunteer.
• Provide safe, engaging experiences for youth, teens, adults, and families.
• Drive participants to activities in 15-passenger vehicles.

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership

Decision-making

Customer service

Job description

GET PAID SHARING YOUR LOVE FOR THE OUTDOORS! The Outdoor Recreation program is seeking fun and friendly people to lead group adventures on our local trails and public lands!

This individual will be responsible for conducting programs on-site, interacting with the public, and representing the agency in a positive manner. Trip Leaders will conduct trips with another staff member or volunteer. Activities conducted in a variety of outdoor settings for a variety of ages and abilities including youth, teenagers, adults and families.

The Outdoor Program is seeking individuals who demonstrate competence and character which inspires trust. They should also have high integrity, tact, a positive attitude, good judgment, professionalism, strong interpersonal skills, and a collaborative style.

Schedule and hours do vary. Programs may operate 7 days a week and on holidays; long hours are sometimes required.

Part-time: Hours vary on days, evenings, weekends and holidays. Training is provided for new hires. Winter training dates are December 9th, 12th, and 13th, depending on snow.

$18.84 per hour + Depending on Experience

The following responsibilities and requirements are functions the individual who hold or desires the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.

WORK RELATED REQUIREMENTS

• Activities include snowshoeing and some cross-country skiing.


• The hired employee will assist with on-site outdoor activities until they feel comfortable leading the activities with another co-guide.


• Individual will be responsible for driving participants to and from activities throughout the day in 15 passenger vehicles.


• Knowledge and experience in outdoor activities listed above.


• Excellent communication skill, leadership, decision-making skills, and a confident ability to speak with the public and provide good customer service.


• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, and flexible enough to make accommodations for unforeseen events.

Requirements of work (with or without reasonable accommodation)

• The stamina to stand for long periods of time.


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.


• Previous experience facilitating activities.


• A background in outdoor recreation facilitation, teaching or related field.


• Have excellent communication, leadership, decision-making skills, and a confident ability to speak with the public and provide good customer service.


• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment.


• Possess a valid driver’s license, verification of identity, and eligibility to work in the United States.


• Valid CPR & First Aid Certifications preferred but can be obtained after being hired.


• Pass a drug test to include cannabis testing.


• Pass a basic physical and 50 lb. lift test.


• Be available for training dates.

This role is considered a safety-sensitive position for which impairment while working presents a substantial risk of death. You must successfully complete a selection process that includes interviews, a criminal background check, a pre-employment drug screen, reference verifications, aptitude tests (for some positions) and a physical and lift test (for some positions).

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basisof race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status.